Reporting to the Dean of GSPIA, the Director of Events and Special Projects serves in a highly visible and senior position to support the mission and priorities of the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs.

The Director is responsible for developing, planning, organizing and implementing events within the Dean’s Office and the School, both locally and globally. The incumbent will manage and provide on-going leadership for event and event-related functions including marketing, communications, social media, and public relations. The Director is charged with collaborating with the Dean of GSPIA regarding special projects and initiatives that support the overall strategic goals of the School and that align with the University’s mission and vision. The Director is also responsible for evaluating events and projects and identifying opportunities to increase effectiveness and ways to further increase success.

Serving as the Advisor to the Student Cabinet, the Director supervises elected student leaders. On a daily basis, the Director will oversee student cabinet leaders and initiatives, ensuring alignment with school objectives, providing guidance and authorizing actions as necessary.

The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks may be required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check.

Assignment Category

Regular, Full-Time

Percent Effort

100

Scheduled Work Hours

8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify

If Part Time, Actual Standard Weekly Hours

Campus

Pittsburgh

University Benefits

The University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for all full-time and part-time regular employees including:
• Education benefits and a retirement plan with employer match
• Group medical insurance, life insurance, and optional vision and dental insurance
• Free transit service within Allegheny County for employees of the Oakland campus (Port Authority Transit)
• Time off benefits including vacation, sick and personal time